Mentally disabled man sexually assaulted

June 4, 2008 12:55:10 PM PDT

GILROY, CA --

Gilroy police are investigating the sexual assault of a mentally disabled man that occurred early this morning in a city park bathroom.

The assault occurred at approximately 2:30 a.m. The 19-year-old victim encountered the unidentified suspect at a convenience store near Miller Park, located at 7801 Carmel St. The pair then walked into the park and the victim was assaulted in the bathroom, according to police Sgt. Jim Gillio.

The investigation into the assault is "very active," Gillio said in a statement. No further details about the incident were immediately available.